The Northeast and Midwest regions of the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers are pleased to announce a joint regional meeting, Northeast by Midwest 2017, to be held at the University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, March 16-18, 2017. The meeting will run from Thursday evening through midday on Saturday.

The theme for NExM2017 is "Unifying, Collaborating, and Building STEM Success."

Plans for the meeting, which promises to be an informative and worthwhile event, are in progress. If you would like to receive advance notifications as soon as details are available, please send an email to jpauses@pitt.edu with the following information:

Name,

Email address,

Organization/affiliation/college or university,

Education level/degree,

Field of technical interest or specialization

As specific details are finalized they will also be posted on the NOBCChE website here.

National Science Foundation
The NSF Division of Chemistry is seeking new program rotators. At this time, we are particularly interested in individuals with broad knowledge and demonstrated experience in inorganic and organic synthesis; catalysis (especially surface catalysis and/or heterogeneous catalysis); and nanochemistry with experience in surface analysis and reactivity. A starting date of fall 2017 is of interest, through earlier starts may be possible.

Applications by the end of November are encouraged, but later applications may be considered as well (until the positions are filled). Nominations are also welcomed.

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